When to Sell a Stock: Warren Buffett's Framework

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Warren Buffett once famously said “our favorite holding period is forever,” referring to Berkshire Hathaway‘s (BRKA 0.39%)(BRKB 0.27%) stock investment strategy. However, the legendary investor sold stocks regularly, and here are his rules for when to sell and when to hang on.

*Stock prices used were the morning prices of March 4, 2026. The video was published on March 7, 2026.

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